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What is terra-cotta?

A reddish unglazed earthenware.

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  1. A reddish unglazed earthenware ✔
  2. A clear glassy glaze
  3. A kind of potter's wheel

Why: Terra-cotta is reddish earthenware, especially when unglazed or used for sculpture. Iron in the clay gives the color.

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Answer: A reddish unglazed earthenware. Terra-cotta is reddish earthenware, especially when unglazed or used for sculpture. Iron in the clay gives the color.

  1. Pottery en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pottery
    Reddish coloured varieties are called terracotta, especially when unglazed or used for sculpture.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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